Mercedes AMG A 45 S Final Edition signals end of an iconic hot hatch era

Mercedes-AMG has announced the Final Edition of the A 45 S hatchback, marking the end of its production. The A 45 S served as an entry point to the AMG lineup for seven years. The discontinuation comes as its engine will not comply with future global emission standards.

Key Highlights

• Mercedes-AMG ends A 45 S hatchback production with a Final Edition.
• Final Edition offered in two exclusive MANUFAKTUR paint options with yellow accents.
• Features the AMG Night and Aerodynamics Packages as standard.
• A 2.0-litre turbo engine delivers 421 HP of power and 500 Nm torque.
• 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 270 km/h.

Final Edition Features and Design

The Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45 S Final Edition is offered exclusively in two MANUFAKTUR paint options: Mountain Grey Magno and Jet Black non-metallic. Aerodynamic elements feature yellow accents, and the 19-inch AMG forged wheels have a cross-spoke design with yellow AMG logo centre caps.

Optional extras include ‘45 S’ graphics on the front doors and AMG-specific black diamond patterns with yellow outlines on the outside rearview mirrors. The fuel filler cap features a silver chrome finish with AMG branding and black design elements.

The Final Edition includes the AMG Night Package and AMG Aerodynamics Package as standard. The Night Package adds a gloss-black finish to the exterior mirror housings and a dark chrome finish to the exhaust tips, grille, and badges. The Aerodynamics Package provides an enlarged splitter and fins at the front, along with a spoiler and diffuser finished in gloss black at the rear.

Interior and Performance Details

Inside, the AMG A 45 S Final Edition adopts a black-and-yellow theme, including the carpets. The front seat headrests and carpets are embossed with ‘45 S’ graphics. The cabin layout remains unchanged, featuring a dual-screen setup, AMG-specific flat-bottom steering wheel, and turbine-style air-conditioning vents.

The powertrain remains the same as the standard model. The car uses a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine, delivering 421 HP and 500 Nm of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels through an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission.

The AMG A 45 S Final Edition is recognised as the most powerful series production pure-combustion four-cylinder car. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 3.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 270 kmph.

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CarBike 360 Says

The Mercedes AMG A 45 S Final Edition closes a thrilling chapter in performance hatchback history, blending power, precision, and exclusivity in a final send-off. As AMG pivots toward electrification and new segments, this model stands as a reminder of pure driving excitement, leaving enthusiasts with a legacy that will be difficult to replicate in the years ahead.